With Gasgoo Daily, we will offer daily important automotive news in China. For those we have reported, the title of the piece will include a hyperlink, which will provide detailed information.
Changan-Huawei partnership focuses on intelligent driving solutions, excludes complete vehicle business
During the 2024 Changan Auto Global Partnership Conference, Chairman Zhu Huarong confirmed that the collaboration with Huawei in their joint venture will concentrate on intelligent driving solutions, smart cockpits, automotive digital platforms, car cloud services, AR-HUD, and intelligent car lighting. Importantly, the partnership will not engage in complete vehicle business, emphasizing a dedicated focus on innovative technologies and strategic collaborations with other partners to create cost-effective and exceptional products.
DEEPAL G318 new energy SUV included in MIIT’s catalogue
The design of DEEPAL’s G318 rugged new energy SUV is recently revealed in images released by China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT). With dimensions of 4,915 (4,998) mm in length, 1,985mm in width, and 1,885 (1,960) mm in height, boasting a wheelbase of 2,880mm, the G318 is set to enter the market as an off-road new energy SUV priced around 300,000 yuan.
All-new Lynk & Co 09 EM-P hits market at 307,800 yuan
The refreshed Lynk & Co 09 EM-P has officially hit the market with a price range of 307,800 yuan to 347,800 yuan. Available in four trim levels and offered in both six-seater and seven-seater variants, the new model maintains its position as a mid-to-large-sized plug-in hybrid electric SUV.
IM Motors to roll out inaugural trial of urban NOA in Shanghai
On January 15, IM Motors, the premium intelligent electric vehicle brand co-founded by SAIC Motor, Zhangjiang Hi-Tech, and Alibaba, announced that, starting January 23, its urban NOA (Navigation on Autopilot) will officially roll out, with the primary urban area in Shanghai being the first to adopt this advanced intelligent driving feature.
Johannes Roscheck named as new President of Audi China
On January 15, Audi announced a key change in its top leadership for the Chinese market. Starting April 1, 2024, Johannes Roscheck will assume the role of President of Audi China, taking over the reins from Jürgen Unser, who has skillfully overseen Audi's operations in the world's largest auto market.
XPeng begins nationwide deliveries of XPeng X9 MPV
Chinese new energy vehicle maker XPeng announced on Jan. 16 that it has officially commenced nationwide deliveries of its first MPV model, the XPeng X9.
FAW-Volkswagen sells over 1.91 million vehicles in 2023, up 4.8% YoY
On January 15, FAW-Volkswagen held its 2024 annual news conference, reflecting on the dedicated progress made in 2023 and outlining innovative plans in 2024. In 2023, FAW-Volkswagen delivered over 1.91 million vehicles to end users, marking a 4.8% year-on-year rise and achieving an 8.6% market share in China.
BAIC Group achieves 17.6% YoY jump in 2023 annual auto sales
The Beijing-based major automaker BAIC Group recently unveiled its operating performance for the year 2023, reporting a remarkable annual vehicle sales figure exceeding 1.708 million units, marking a 17.6% year-on-year growth.
Huawei, Chery’s jointly developed Luxeed S7 bags over 10,000 fixed orders by Dec. 2023
On January 15, Huawei's Harmony Intelligent Mobility Alliance (HIMA) revealed that the cumulative deliveries of the Luxeed S7, the electric sedan jointly developed by Huawei and Chery, have surpassed 10,000 units as of December 2023.
BAIC BluePark expects annual loss of at least 5.2 billion yuan in 2023
On January 15, BAIC BluePark New Energy Technology Co., Ltd. (“BAIC BluePark”), the parent company of BAIC BJEV, announced a projected annual net loss of approximately 5.2 billion yuan to 5.7 billion yuan for the year 2023. This follows the 5.465-billion-yuan net loss reported in 2022.
New ZEEKR 009 hits market with modest increase in starting price
ZEEKR, the premium electric vehicle brand under Geely Auto, officially put the refreshed ZEEKR 009 MPV model onto the market on January 15. Coming with two trim levels as well, the WE version sees a modest increase in price, now standing at an even 500,000 yuan, while the ME version maintains its pricing at 588,000 yuan.
BYD celebrates maiden voyage for first car transport Ro-Ro ship
On January 10th and January 15th, 2024, BYD held delivery and maiden voyage ceremonies for its car carrier, the EXPLORER NO.1, at two locations – Yantai Port in Shandong province and Shenshan Xiaomo International Logistics Port in Shenzhen city, respectively. These events symbolize BYD's entry into a new phase of expanding its presence in the overseas market.
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